LOVE STORIES: Two classic children’s books charmingly adapted for the stage by the Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia, “Guess How Much I Love You?” and “I Love My Little Storybook” at NYU’s Skirball Center will be better than a bedtime tale. 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., $28. LaGuardia Place at Washington Square South; 212-352-3101, nyuskirball.org

BARD FOR BEGINNERS: The perfect play to get kids started on Shakespeare, “As You Like It” — presented by The Acting Company, at the New Victory Theater — makes the comedy even more user-friendly with a jazzy score and colorful costumes. Recommended for ages 12 and up. Today, 2 and 7 p.m.; tomorrow, 3 p.m., $14 to $38. 209 W. 42nd St., between Seventh and Eighth avenues; 646-223-3010, newvictory.org

READ ALL ABOUT IT: Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday and Read Across America Day at the Greenlight Bookstore with “Hats Off to Dr. Seuss,” where kids can hear “The 500 Hats of Bartholomew Cubbins” and make their own crazy hats to take home. Recommended for ages 3 to 8. 11 a.m., free. 686 Fulton St. at South Portland Avenue, Fort Greene; 718-246-0200, greenlightbookstore.com